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HOW TO WATCHLIST ADVANCED VIEW IN TRADINGVIEWHOW TO OPEN ADVANCED VIEW IN TRADINGVIEW **AND WHAT FEATURES IT PROVIDES** ✅ HOW TO OPEN ADVANCED VIEW IN TRADINGVIEW Follow these steps: 1️⃣ Open the Watchlist Panel ➣ On the right side of the Trading-View interface, find the Watchlist panel. ➣ If it is hidden, click the small arrow on the right edge to reveal it. 2️⃣ Find the Layout Icons at the Bottom ➣ At the bottom of the watchlist, you will see multiple icons such as: ➣ List View ➣ Table View ➣ Advanced View (usually an expanded grid-style icon) 3️⃣ Click on “Advanced View” ➣ Click the Advanced View icon. ➣ Your watchlist will switch from the simple list to a more detailed, data-rich layout. ➣ That’s it — Advanced View is now active. ✅ FEATURES OF ADVANCED VIEW IN TRADINGVIEW The Advanced View provides more detailed market information without needing to open charts. Here are the key features: 1️⃣ Multiple Data Columns ➣ You can view several data points directly in the watchlist, such as: ➣ Last Price ➣ Price Change ➣ Change % ➣ Volume ➣ High / Low ➣ Bid / Ask ➣ Time / Session Data ➣ Fundamentals (if applicable) This gives a snapshot of key market info in one place. 2️⃣ Add / Remove Columns You can customize your watchlist: ➣ Click Add Column (+) to insert new data fields ➣ Click the three-dot menu (⋮) → Remove to delete any column 3️⃣ Reorder Columns ➣ Drag and drop column headers ➣ Arrange symbols in the order that works best for you 4️⃣ Sorting by Any Data Click any column header to sort: ➣ One click → ascending ➣ Second click → descending Useful for sorting: ➣ Highest volume ➣ Biggest % movers ➣ Highest price ➣ Top gainers / losers 5️⃣ Expandable Rows (Some advanced layouts allow expanded detail per symbol.) This helps you see: ➣ Additional stats ➣ Extended session data ➣ More fundamentals 6️⃣ Cleaner Multi-Symbol Comparison Advanced View is ideal when watching: ➣ Indices ➣ Futures ➣ Forex pairs ➣ Commodities ➣ Multiple stocks at once It becomes easier to compare signals and market movements. 7️⃣ Switch Back Anytime To return to normal view: ➣ Click the List View icon at the bottom ➣ Watchlist returns to default layout 🎯 Summary ➣ Advanced View gives you a more powerful, professional watchlist layout ➣ Perfect for comparing multiple symbols quickly ➣ Provides more data in a structured table-style format ➣ Fully customizable with columns, sorting & layout tools
NSE:HALEducation
by ProTradeMatrix
HOW TO WATCHLIST TABLE-VIEW VOLUME & EXTENDED HOURSComplete Process: HOW TO WATCHLIST TABLE-VIEW VOLUME & EXTENDED HOURS 1️⃣ Open the Watchlist Panel ➺ The Watchlist panel is located on the right side of the Trading-View interface. ➺ If it is hidden, click the small arrow on the right edge to open it. 2️⃣ Locate the Table-View Tool ➺ At the top of the watchlist panel, you will see three dot icon. ➺ This icon opens the table-view tool inside the watchlist. 3️⃣ Open the Table-View Step-by-step: ➺ Click the table icon at the bottom of the watchlist. ➺ The watchlist will switch from the normal list-view to the table-view layout. 4️⃣ Understanding the Table-View Layout The table-view displays additional columns and organized data in a tabular format. Typical columns include: ⤷ Symbol ⤷ Last Price ⤷ Change (%) ⤷ Volume ⤷ High / Low ⤷ Session Data ⤷ Custom fields (depending on settings) The table-view allows users to compare multiple symbols more clearly. 5️⃣ How to Add Columns in Table-View Step-by-step: ➺ Hover on the column header area. ➺ Click the plus (+) icon or “Add Column” option. ➺ Choose the data you want to add: ⤷ Price ⤷ Change ⤷ Bid / Ask ⤷ Volume ⤷ Open Interest ⤷ Fundamentals (if supported) ⤷ Other available fields The selected column will appear immediately. 6️⃣ How to Remove Columns Step-by-step: ➺ Hover over the column header you want to remove. ➺ Click the three-dot menu (⋮) on that column. ➺ Select “Remove Column”. ➺ The column will be removed from the table. 7️⃣ How to Reorder Columns Step-by-step: ➺ Click and hold the column header. ➺ Drag it left or right. ➺ Release to place it in the new position. This helps personalize the table layout. 8️⃣ Sorting Symbols in Table-View Step-by-step: ➺ Click any column name (for example: Price, Change %, Volume). ➺ Clicking once sorts the column ascending. ➺ Clicking again sorts descending. ➺ A small arrow appears showing the sort direction. 9️⃣ Switch Back to Normal Watchlist View Step-by-step: ➺ Click the same table icon at the bottom again. ➺ The watchlist returns to the default list-view. 🎯 Short Summary (Optional for Captions) ⤷ Open Table-View → Bottom table icon ⤷ Add Columns → Add Column option ⤷ Remove Columns → Three-dot menu → Remove ⤷ Reorder → Drag column headers ⤷ Sort → Click column name ⤷ Return to List → Click table icon again
NSE:HALEducation
by ProTradeMatrix
The Bell Curve: Understanding Normal Distribution in TradingMost traders have seen the “bell curve” at some point, but very few actually use it when they think about risk and returns. If you really understand the normal distribution, you’re already thinking more like a risk manager than a gambler. 1. What is the normal distribution? The normal distribution is a probability distribution that describes how values tend to cluster around an average. If you plotted a huge number of outcomes (for example, daily returns or P&L per trade), the shape you’d get would often look like a symmetric bell : - Most observations are close to the center. - As you move away from the center in either direction, outcomes become less frequent. - Extreme gains and losses are possible, but they’re relatively rare. Mathematically, a normal distribution is usually written as N(μ, σ): μ (mu) is the mean – the average outcome. σ (sigma) is the standard deviation – a measure of how widely the outcomes are spread around that mean. In trading terms: If your returns roughly follow a normal distribution, you should expect many small wins and losses clustered near zero, and only occasional large moves in either direction. 2. Mean (μ): the “drift” of your system The mean is the point at the center of the distribution. On a chart of returns, this is where the bell is highest. If μ > 0, the bell is shifted slightly to the right → your system is profitable on average. If μ < 0, it’s shifted to the left → your system slowly loses money over time. For a trading strategy, μ is basically your edge. It doesn’t need to be huge. Even a small positive mean return, if it’s consistent and combined with disciplined risk management, can compound strongly over the long run. 3. Standard deviation (σ): volatility in one number The standard deviation controls how wide or narrow the bell curve is. - A small σ gives a tall, narrow bell → outcomes are tightly clustered around the mean. - A large σ gives a short, wide bell → outcomes are more spread out, with bigger swings away from the mean. Think of σ as a statistical way to describe volatility: - For an asset: how much its price typically moves relative to its average change. - For your strategy: how much your returns or daily P&L fluctuate. Two systems can have the same mean return but very different σ: - System A: μ = 0.2%, σ = 0.5% → relatively smooth ride. - System B: μ = 0.2%, σ = 2% → same edge, but a wild equity curve and deeper drawdowns. Same average, totally different emotional and risk profile. 4. The 68–95–99.7 rule One of the most useful features of the normal distribution is how predictable it is. Roughly: - About 68.2% of observations lie within ±1σ of the mean. - About 95.4% lie within ±2σ. - About 99.7% lie within ±3σ. So if daily returns of an asset were approximately normal with: - Mean μ = 0.1% - Standard deviation σ = 1% Then under that model you’d expect: - Roughly 68% of days between –0.9% and +1.1% - Roughly 95% of days between –1.9% and +2.1% - Only about 0.3% of days beyond ±3% Anything far outside that ±3σ range is, in theory, a very rare event. In practice, that’s often the kind of day everyone remembers. 5. Why this matters for traders Even with all its limitations, the normal distribution is a powerful framework for thinking about risk: Position sizing If you know (or estimate) the standard deviation of your returns, you can form an idea of what “normal” daily or weekly swings look like, and size positions so those swings are survivable. Stop-loss logic Stops that sit right in the middle of the usual noise (within about ±1σ) will get hit constantly. Stops closer to the ±2σ–3σ region are more aligned with “something unusual is happening, I want to be out.” Expectation management Most days and most trades will fall inside the “boring” part of the bell curve. Understanding that prevents you from overtrading while you wait for the edges of the distribution – the bigger opportunities. 6. The catch: markets are not perfectly normal Real markets often break the textbook assumptions: - Returns tend to have fat tails → extreme moves happen more often than a normal distribution would predict. - Distributions are often skewed → one side (usually the downside) has more frequent or more severe extreme events. That means: - A move that looks like a “5σ event” under a normal model might actually be something that happens every few years. - Risk models based strictly on normal assumptions usually underestimate crash risk. - Strategies like option selling can look very safe when you only think in terms of a normal distribution, but they are very sensitive to those fat tails. So the normal distribution should be treated as a baseline model, not as reality itself. 7. Quick recap The normal distribution is the classic bell curve that describes how values cluster around an average. It’s parameterized by μ (mean) and σ (standard deviation). Roughly 68% / 95% / 99.7% of observations lie within 1σ / 2σ / 3σ of the mean in a perfectly normal world. Markets only approximate this; they usually show fat tails and skew, so extreme events are more common than the simple model suggests. Even with those limitations, it’s a very useful tool for thinking about returns, drawdowns, and the range of outcomes you should be prepared for.
Education
by Kodexius
4
Mastering Divergence in Technical AnalysisIn technical analysis, a divergence (also called a “momentum divergence” or “price/indicator disagreement”) is one of the most powerful early warning signals available to traders. In simple terms, divergence occurs when price and a momentum indicator (such as RSI, MACD, or Awesome Oscillator etc.) move in opposite directions. This disagreement often signals that the current trend is losing strength and that a pause, pullback, or full reversal may be approaching. 1. What Is Divergence? Normally, in a healthy trend: In an uptrend, price makes higher highs and momentum indicators also make higher highs. In a downtrend, price makes lower lows and momentum indicators also make lower lows. A divergence appears when this alignment breaks. Typical example with RSI or MACD: Price makes a higher high, But the indicator makes a lower high. This tells us that, although price has pushed to a new extreme, the underlying momentum is weaker. Smart money may be taking profits, and the late participants are driving the final leg of the move. 2. Types of Divergence There are two main families of divergence: Regular (classic) divergence – often associated with potential trend reversals. Hidden divergence – often associated with trend continuation after a correction. Within each family, we have bullish and bearish versions. 2.1 Regular Bullish Divergence – Potential Trend Reversal Up This suggests that sellers are still pushing price to new lows, but momentum is no longer confirming the strength of this selling pressure. The downtrend is weakening and a bullish reversal may develop. Context where it’s most powerful: After a prolonged downtrend. At or near a higher-timeframe support level (daily/weekly support, major demand zone, trendline, or Fibonacci confluence). 2.2 Regular Bearish Divergence – Potential Trend Reversal Down This signals that buyers are still able to push price higher, but each new high is supported by less momentum. The uptrend is aging, and a bearish reversal or deeper correction becomes more likely. Context where it’s most powerful: After a strong, extended uptrend. Around major resistance levels, supply zones, or upper trendlines. 2.3 Hidden Bullish Divergence – Trend Continuation Up Here, price structure still shows an uptrend (higher lows), but the indicator has overshot to the downside. This often appears during pullbacks within an uptrend, suggesting that the correction is driven more by short-term emotion than by real structural weakness. Interpretation: Hidden bullish divergence indicates trend continuation. Bulls remain in control, and the pullback may provide an opportunity to join the uptrend at a better price. 2.4 Hidden Bearish Divergence – Trend Continuation Down Price structure still favors the bears (lower highs), but the indicator has spiked higher, often due to a sharp counter-trend rally. This suggests that the bounce is corrective rather than the start of a new uptrend. Interpretation: Hidden bearish divergence favors continuation of the downtrend and often appears before the next impulsive bearish leg. 3. Which Indicators to Use? Divergence can be spotted on many oscillators, but the most commonly used are: RSI (Relative Strength Index) – very popular for spotting overbought/oversold zones and divergences. MACD (and its histogram) – useful for trend and momentum, especially on higher timeframes. Stochastic Oscillator – often used in range-bound environments. Awesome Oscillator, CCI, etc. – alternative momentum tools, depending on your preference. The concept is the same: price and indicator should generally confirm each other. If not, you have a divergence. 4. Timeframes and Reliability Divergences can be found on all timeframes, but their reliability increases with higher timeframes: On M5–M15, divergences are frequent but often short-lived. Better for scalpers. On H1–H4, signals have more weight and can lead to multi-session moves. On Daily/Weekly, divergences can mark major tops and bottoms, but they may take longer to play out. A good practice is to: Identify major divergences on higher timeframes (H4, Daily). Refine entries on lower timeframes (M15, M30, H1) using structure and price action. 5. How to Trade Divergences (Practical Framework) Divergence by itself is not a complete trading system. It is a signal of potential imbalance, which should be combined with: Key levels (support, resistance, supply/demand zones). Trend structure (higher highs/lows or lower highs/lows). Price action confirmations (reversal candles, break of structure, etc.). Risk management (position sizing, stop loss, invalidation level). 6. Common Mistakes When Using Divergences - Trading every divergence blindly. Not every divergence leads to a big reversal. Many will result in only minor pullbacks. - Ignoring the trend. Regular divergences against a strong trend can fail multiple times before a real top or bottom forms. Hidden divergences are often more reliable in trending markets. - Forcing divergences where they don’t exist. Only connect clear, obvious swing highs and lows on both price and indicator. If you have to “stretch” the lines, the signal is probably weak. - No risk management. A divergence is just a probability edge, not a guarantee. Always define invalidation and manage position size accordingly. 7. Best Practices Combine divergence with market structure (trendlines, channels, higher highs/lows). Use higher-timeframe context and drop to lower timeframes for refined entries. Pay attention to confluence: Divergence + key level + candlestick signal is stronger than any single factor. Keep a trading journal of divergence setups, including screenshots from your charts. Over time, you will see which conditions work best for your style. Divergences are not magic, but they are one of the cleanest ways to see when price and momentum disagree. Used correctly, they can: Help you avoid entering late in a trend, Alert you to potential reversals before they are obvious to the crowd, and Provide high-probability continuation entries via hidden divergences within strong trends.
Education
by Kodexius
4
How to build Discipline & Structured Trading HabitsDiscipline is not something you rely on in the moment; it is something you build through habits that remove emotional decision-making from your trading process. 1. Define Rules Before You Trade Traders without predefined rules rely on emotion. Traders with rules rely on structure. Clearly define your entry criteria, risk per trade, maximum daily loss, and exit strategy. When these rules exist before the session starts, you eliminate most impulsive behaviors. 2. Limit Your Daily Decisions Every decision drains mental energy. The more choices you make, the weaker your discipline becomes. Reduce the number of markets you watch, the number of setups you take, and the amount of chart time you expose yourself to. Fewer decisions lead to higher-quality decisions. 3. Use a Pre-Session Checklist A checklist forces you into a disciplined routine. It can include: • Reviewing your trading plan • Checking upcoming news releases • Confirming your bias or market conditions • Ensuring your risk settings are correct The act of going through the checklist prepares your mind to follow structure. 4. Implement a Hard Stop for the Day One of the fastest ways to lose discipline is to trade while emotional. Set a maximum daily drawdown. Once it is hit, the session ends. No exceptions. This protects both your capital and your psychology. 5. Track Your Rule Breaks Most traders only track wins and losses. Disciplined traders also track deviations. Write down every time you break a rule, why it happened, and how you plan to prevent it next time. Over time, this builds awareness and accountability. 6. Delay Impulsive Actions If you feel the urge to jump into a trade that does not fit your plan, delay the action by 30 to 60 seconds. Impulses lose power quickly. By introducing a pause, you give your rational mind time to regain control. 7. Keep Your Environment Clean Distractions destroy discipline. Silence notifications, close irrelevant tabs, and avoid multitasking. A clean trading environment supports clean decisions. 8. End Each Session With a Routine A consistent end-of-day routine reinforces discipline. Examples: • Rating your discipline on a scale from 1 to 10 • Reviewing whether you followed your rules • Logging emotional triggers Ending the day with structure makes it easier to begin the next one with structure. Conclusion Discipline is not built through motivation but through habits that create consistent behavior. A structured trading routine removes uncertainty, minimizes emotional influence, and helps you operate like a professional rather than a reactive participant.
Education
by Louigi_24
49
Candlestick Patterns That Actually MatterTraders often approach candlestick patterns by memorizing long lists instead of understanding the behaviour behind them. Crypto moves aggressively, hunts liquidity, and punishes textbook interpretations unless they occur at meaningful locations. The goal is not pattern collection. The goal is to recognize the few formations that consistently reveal intention when aligned with structure, liquidity, and context. Engulfing Candles, Displacement and Control What it shows: a clear shift where one side fully absorbs the other. This is participation, not random volatility. When it matters: after impulses, at support or resistance, during liquidity sweeps, or when confirming a trend shift. Why it’s valuable: engulfing candles often provide the first structural evidence that control has changed hands. Rejection Wicks, Liquidity Taken, Pressure Reverses What it shows: price tapped a high or low, triggered stops, and immediately met stronger opposing orders. This is how sweeps appear on a single candle. When it matters: at equal highs/lows, session extremes, failed breakouts, and major swing points. Why it’s valuable: wicks expose trapped traders and reveal where true supply or demand sits. They are early indicators of shifting intent. Inside and Outside Bars, Compression and Expansion Inside Bar: compression, tighter ranges, and reduced volatility ahead of expansion. Outside Bar: immediate expansion where one side overwhelms both directions. When they matter: at key levels before breakouts, during corrective legs, at consolidation boundaries, and after liquidity events. Why they’re valuable: inside bars show preparation; outside bars show decision. Treat these signals as behavioural information. Their value increases when combined with higher timeframe structure, liquidity mapping, momentum, volume, and session context.
CRYPTO:BTCUSDEducation
by HyroTrader
30
How to build a Healthy Trading MindsetMany traders underestimate how much psychology shapes their results. This guide outlines the foundations of a strong trading mindset that supports consistent and disciplined decision-making. 1. Understand That Emotional Discipline Is a Skill Trading naturally triggers emotions such as fear, frustration, greed, and impatience. These reactions are not weaknesses; they are human. What separates consistent traders from inconsistent ones is their ability to recognize emotions without acting on them. A resilient mindset comes from training, not talent. 2. Create Distance Between Yourself and Your Trades Do not tie your self-worth to the outcome of a single position. A loss does not mean you failed, and a win does not mean you are skilled. When traders begin to link identity to results, they make impulsive decisions. Use phrases like “this trade” instead of “my trade” to remove ownership bias. 3. Focus on Process, Not Profit Most traders sabotage themselves by obsessing over the end result. The market does not reward effort; it rewards alignment with probability. Instead of thinking “How much can I make?”, think “Did I execute according to my plan?” Your trading plan should define your entries, exits, risk, and market conditions. Follow it even when it feels uncomfortable. 4. Accept Uncertainty as Part of the Game No setup is guaranteed. Every trade, no matter how perfect, carries uncertainty. Accepting this prevents you from forcing control where none exists. When you fully accept uncertainty, you no longer fear it. 5. Build Consistency Through Routine A stable routine reduces mental noise. Examples include: • Reviewing your plan before each session • Limiting how many markets you monitor • Taking breaks after high-stress situations • Logging your trades with honest notes When your routine is consistent, your decisions become consistent. 6. Use Losses as Data, Not Drama A loss is not a personal attack from the market. It is information. Ask: “What does this loss teach me about my system or my mindset?” If you can extract value from losses, they become opportunities instead of obstacles. 7. Master Patience Most trading errors come from acting too soon, not too late. Patience means waiting for your setup without deviation. If you need to be in a trade at all times, it is no longer trading; it is compulsion. 8. Protect Your Mental Capital Mental capital is as important as financial capital. Overtrading, revenge trading, and excessive chart time drain your cognitive energy. Stop trading when you notice fatigue, frustration, or impulsiveness. A clear mind is an advantage. 9. Develop Long-Term Thinking Think in terms of series, not individual outcomes. A single win or loss means little. What matters is the overall direction of your equity curve. Professional traders think in months and years. Amateurs think in minutes. Conclusion A powerful trading mindset is built through consistency, self-awareness, and emotional control. By focusing on process and discipline rather than short-term results, you create a stable internal environment that supports longevity in the markets.
Education
by Louigi_24
42
Mastering Trading Psychology; Why Mindset is the toughest skillWelcome all to another post. In this article we will dive into the process of Mastering Trading Psychology. 1) What is Trading Psychology: Trading Psychology, it is your mindset. It is what you think, how you feel, what you need to do, what you want to do. It is a mixture of thoughts, future actions, emotions and past, present or future behaviors that influences your present self in making good, or bad decisions in the market. It can be considered a “strategy” but leans more to a “skill” It’s about what your thought process is when you are under pressure. Everybody, investor, gambler, trader, swing trader, day trader, scalper and holders, bring their own personalities & habits into the trading space. Whether it’s impatience, or patience, fear or greed, confidence or impulsiveness, or discipline. These mental sets determine how frequently you can follow your edge and how well you can manage wins, losses and uncertainty. Trading psychology is the framework of the mind. It works for you or goes against you. Both are under your control to choose from. A strong, stable, clear mind keeps you going. A weak, broken, cluttered mind keeps you falling. Ultimately, to master trading in psychology, you need to master yourself. 2) Pros and Cons of Trading Psychology: Pros: The pros/benefits of Trading Psychology, once it is mastered, is simple. You understand the game. You understand the process. You understand why you lose, why you win, why manipulation takes place and why you trade it. It is a skill that is developed through patience and perseverance along with constant practice. Like every other skill, it demands TIME, ENERGY, and constant Trial and Error of failures, wins, adjustments and so on. It isn’t something that can be taught or learned once, except for those who learn to recognize and leverage their mental strengths & weaknesses can truly master it over time. Cons: Trying to master Trading Psychology means you need to LOSE. You need to experience loss after loss after loss after loss. You need to fail many times. Every time you fail, you understand how to take control of your emotions, you learn where things went wrong, you learn how to build your edge. But it’s not always about losses, it’s about gains (wins )too. You need to maintain a stable status of emotions whether you win or lose. You can’t show anger, you can’t show excitement. Because both will come back at you with another loss. This means you cannot allow yourself to be ruled by any emotion, positive or negative. It can be a long uncomfortable process that can take years to master. Sometimes even decades. What makes it more challenging is that trading psychology does not exist in isolation. Psychology outside of trading must be mastered too. How you think, act, live, every single day. - We will explore this topic further down the article. 3) Why it is important in the trading space: Psychology is an essential topic that must be taught and considered. Because without it, you will not succeed. Without self-control, or a strong mind, trading will become nothing more than just gambling like a slot machine. It's a skill that many overlook. With it, you are aware of what works and what fails. It allows you to step back and re-assess the next trade instead of forcing it. The end goal is to make money, but to even do that you first have to protect your capital. Only take A++ Set ups (High confluence/probability set ups) and avoid any traps involving emotions like: Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) or the “I just need 1 good pump” (One Big Win) Mindset. With it being in the trading space, it gives users the ability to pause, re-assess and question your decisions on the trade you are about to take. It helps to mention, “Is this an A++ Setup?” “Does it align with my strat, my edge, my goals?” If it does not and you decide not to take it, you save yourself a loss of capital and have made a win of improved trading psychology. It assists you in distinguishing the difference between good/bad trades. Not on the result but the process. It keeps you grounded. 4) How to Master Trading Psychology: Just because it is difficult & challenging, does not mean it is impossible. First step – building discipline through consistency and structure. Ensure you have a clear trading plan set up. One that defines your edge or can be adjusted to find your edge. Commit to following it no matter what the market is doing. Pumping, Dumping or consolidating. Consistency in action will build mental strength. Secondly, you must work on emotional control. Understand and be focused on how you feel when you experience fear, greed, or overconfidence. These emotions push you off your plan if you let them take over. Each time this happens, you must log it. That way you can accumulate data and self-awareness. With that, everyone says this. BackTEST or at least forward test you strategies extensively. Keep a detailed journal that has a good list of questions that you must answer after each trade. Be brutally honest with yourself. Don’t hide losses because you have already hit 10 in a row. Log them all down. This way you will then be able to recognize emotional triggers and recurring patterns appearing that are holding you back. Being able to recognise them is the first step to controlling them. OBSERVE YOURSELF. While this takes place, you must begin to build trust in your system (strategy) and in yourself. You will see how your actions and choices line up with your plan. That way your confidence will shift from emotions to process driven. Last one is patience. The hardest yet most critical psychological skills. Take ONLY A++ set ups, for example a set up that has 4 confluences or 5 lining up. Doing this trains your mind into avoiding impulsive behavior or falling into FOMO based environments. To see another deep dive into mastering trading psychology, review the post below to determine which mindset you currently have. Are you a trader? Or are you a gambler. 5) How Psychology in our daily lives affects our ability to trade: Trading Psychology is an interesting concept, but so is psychology in general. The human mind is weak and for it to be strengthened, it takes time & self-awareness. A weak mind won’t get you anywhere. Psychology is not a simple one sentence definition. It can mean many things, or many situations. It is a critical role in our life, it shapes our emotions, reactions and choices. It can lead us to self-sabotage or it can lead us to success. If you cannot control your psychology outside of trading, you won’t be able to control it inside of trading. By this I mean daily emotions. For example: Imagine an individual experiences a breakout, they are sad, they are angry, they are emotionally drained and hurt. Then they go off to trade. They will LOSE. This is because when the mind is in an uncomfortable state, it seeks a dopamine hit, and when they associate a win in trading = dopamine hit, they naturally turn towards trading. They want to feel that dopamine hit, so they can feel good again. But then they are no longer following their edge. This destroys discipline, objectivity and focus. This is not just tied to relationship breakups, but everything in our day to day lives. If you experience a bad day at work, failed an exam, argued with family, or facing a stressful time. If you bring unresolved emotions, thoughts and feelings into the trading space, trading just becomes a big emotional outlet. Psychology appears in every action we do, EVERY day. “I need to drink water” I will get water. I see soda, “I now want soda.” The mind now as switched completely from the main objective “Water” to soda. If you cannot control your mind to stick to what is right, then you will not master trading psychology. The better control you have over yourself, & your mind, the more consistent and rational your trading decisions will become. KEY POINTS: 1) What is Trading Psychology: - Trading psychology is the foundation of every mental action. You must master yourself before mastering the market. 2) Pros & Cons of Trading Psychology: - Trading Psychology cannot be mastered without failure, each loss has a lesson, that lesson is based around strengthening your mind with emotional control. 3) Why it is important in the Trading Space: - Without a strong mind, trading turns into gambling, you must become disciplined and maintain self-control. This splits pros from the gamblers. 4) How to Master Trading Psychology: - Right to the point: Consistency & discipline, emotional awareness, journaling, and most importantly, being patient. These are core aspects of mastering your mindset and obtaining the right psychological discipline. 5) How daily psychology affects trading: - The way you manage your everyday emotions outside of trading mirrors the way you will end up reacting to the markets. Control your life, then control your trades. Psychology is a great skill, but it’s only part of 3 keys that will lead you to success. Find out the 2 other keys below:   Thank you all so much for reading - I hope this post brings a lesson into everyone's trading journey. I am aware that this is a big long article, however Trading psychology goes even deeper - I have summarized my knowledge and research that I have obtained over time and summarized it. Please let me know if any of you would like an a post on a specific topic. I'd love to provide more for the community!
Education
by King_BennyBag
75
Choosing Your Path in Futures TradingThere’s more than one way to participate in the futures markets. Whether you're hands-on or prefer a more passive approach, selecting the right method depends on your trading goals, risk tolerance, and available time. Here’s a breakdown of the most common approaches used by active and aspiring futures traders. 1. Self-Directed Trading If you like full control over your trades, this approach is for you. It requires staying up to date on market news, analyzing charts, and executing your own trades according to a plan and framework which can be referred to as your “strategy.” Experienced traders may prefer this model for its flexibility and transparency. Past performance is not indicative of future results. 2. Automated Trading Systems These systems use predefined rules to analyze data and execute trades without manual intervention. They can be ideal for traders who want to capitalize on algorithmic speed and logic while minimizing emotional decision-making, or for traders who might not have the time to dedicate to self-directed trading. EdgeClear offers connectivity to a handful of automated programs, if you are interested in learning more please contact us. 3. Managed Futures For a more passive route, managed futures allow you to invest in futures contracts through a Commodity Trading Advisor (CTA) or Commodity Pool Operator (CPO). The advisor handles the trading, using their expertise to manage risk and seek opportunity. 4. Broker-Assisted Trading Prefer to have a trusted guide by your side? With broker-assisted trading, a professional helps execute trades, manage risk, and offer support—all tailored to your preferences. Key Takeaway Every trader’s journey in the futures markets looks different. Whether you thrive on taking full control of your trades, prefer automated systems, or rely on professional guidance, the key is to find the approach that aligns with your goals, risk tolerance, and lifestyle. Understanding the options available self-directed, automated, managed, or broker-assisted empowers you to trade more confidently and effectively. Call to Action At EdgeClear, we’re dedicated to helping traders at every level find the tools, guidance, and support they need to succeed. Explore our platforms, connect with our expert brokers, or follow us on TradingView to discover more Trade Ideas and educational content to refine your edge.
COMEX:GC1!Education
by EdgeClear
Fibonacci Retracement - Quick Guide in 5 StepsTrading the Fibonacci Retracement - Quick Guide in 5 Steps. What is the Fibonacci tool? The Fib Retracement Tool is a tool used widely across many charts. From crypto to stocks. It assists in identifying the Golden Pocket, along with any potential Support and Resistance zones based on the sequence in Fibonacci. Investors & Traders draw it from a previous high/low or low/high. On a chart, each key level shows where price might pause or reverse during a pull back, before it continues the trend. In this guide you will learn how to use the Fibonacci tool in 5 steps. 1. Configurations Open up your Fib Retracement Tool's settings, apply the below configurations. (You can change the color to your choice) 2. Identify High/Low's Identify, recent highs and lows of your current chart/pair. 3. Applying Fib Retracement Select your Fib Retracement tool. Place it on your chart starting from the swing low to the swing high. 4. Once completed Highlight the Golden Pocket Field in the zone (0.65-0.618) 5. Review Entry Price will eventually make it's way back down to the Golden Pocket to retest and reverse. SL Placement would be on a previous low or key level, TP placement would be at a previous high or key level. Bonus: See the real time example below: Please like, comment and follow if this guide was useful to you. If you have any requests on analysis or tutorial requests, let me know and I'll be happy to make one!
FX:NAS100Education
by King_BennyBag
100
Understanding Psychological LevelsDefinition: In Trading, Psychological levels are often called round numbers or psy levels. This is because the price ends in zeros and fives naturally attracting a trader’s attention. Examples: • Forex: 1.0000, 1.0500, 1.1000 • Stocks: $50, $100, $150, $200, $250 • Cryptocurrency: $10,000, $15,000, $20,000, $25,000 These levels are crucial as traders instinctively see targets in round numbers. (Or Incremental levels such as 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and so on... This causes many buy, sell, and stop orders to cluster around the same price zones, creating self-reinforcing areas of interest in the market. Again, price sits at 113.2k – Psychological level is 115k. ___________________________________________________________________________________ Why Psychological Levels Matter in Trading 1) Human Bias: Traders and investors often place orders at simple, rounded numbers. This makes their charts and order list “Clean.” 2) Institutional Targeting: Large groups, whales or organizations use these levels to find liquidity or trigger stops. (Eg, BTC swept 125k before dumping) 3) Market Memory: When a Psychological level reacts, traders remember it, and it often becomes relevant again in the future. (Turns into a prev liquidity sweep.) 5) Order Clustering: Stop losses, take profits, and pending orders frequently build up around these areas. (As above, it builds liquidity.) __________________________________________________________________________________ How to Identify Psychological Levels Begin with marking clean, round (or quarterly) numbers on your chart. These are often major levels such as 4.0000, 5.0000, or 6.0000. See the example below: Then identify the midpoints/quarter points between them, like 4.5, 5.5, 6.5, 7.5, 8.5 See the example below: For stronger assessments, look for psychological levels that align with other forms & tools of technical confluence—such as previous S & R, Supply/Demand, Highs & Lows, Fibonacci retracements, trendlines, or volume clusters. See the example below: When multiple forms of technical evidence converge near a round number, the level tends to have greater impact. __________________________________________________________________________________ Trading Around Psychological Levels When price approaches a psychological level, three common behaviors can occur: 1) Rejection: Price touches the level and reverses quickly, suggesting strong defense by buyers or sellers. (Liquidity Sweep) 2) Break and Retest: Price breaks through the level, then revisits it to confirm it as new support or resistance. 3) Compression or Grind: Price consolidates near the level before a breakout as liquidity builds up. Practical Application: Enable alerts slightly before major psychological levels to observe reactions in real time (for example, 4.45 instead of 4.5 ). Wait for confirmation using price action such as a clear rejection wick, an engulfing candle, or a BOS (Break of Structure). Combine this analysis with liquidity or other forms of technical tools for a stronger assessment. __________________________________________________________________________________ Trader Behavior at These Levels Market reactions at psychological levels are largely directed by emotion and herd (Group) behavior. Fear of missing out can push price through a round number with momentum & speed while profit-taking can trigger short-term reversals & rejections. Stop hunts are also common, where smart money briefly pushes prices beyond a round level to collect liquidity before reversing. (From 4.0 up to 4.25 then down again) Because many traders watch these same levels, reactions often repeat, reinforcing their significance. __________________________________________________________________________________ Example: BTC/USD for $125k When Bitcoin approaches $125k, many retail traders view it as a significant threshold. They might place short orders just below it or stop just above. Institutions recognize this and may intentionally push prices above $125k (sweeping $126k) to trigger those stops and fill large positions. Once that liquidity is collected, price can reverse, and the $125k area may later serve as a new resistance zone. This type of liquidity hunt and reversal pattern occurs frequently across all markets. __________________________________________________________________________________ Practical Tips 1) Never trade purely based on a round number. Always wait for confirmation through structure or price action. (Retests, MSS, BOS, candle patterns etc) 2) Use alerts & alarms rather than fixed lines; prices often wick slightly above or below the exact level. 3) On higher timeframes, psychological levels often act as major turning zones. On lower timeframes, they tend to attract short-term reactions. (Lower the time frame, the more reactions = constant noise) 4) Combine psychological levels with liquidity, order flow, or volume analysis for a more complete view. __________________________________________________________________________________ Summary Psychological levels are where human reactions and liquidity meet. They represent areas of emotional and institutional/organizational interest rather than fixed points of reversal. By understanding how traders behave around these zones and observing how price reacts to them, you can determine key movements with greater confidence.
Education
by King_BennyBag
50
Bitcoin - Is the top already in?Introduction This chart analyzes Bitcoin’s cyclical timing. The focus is on time, not price. It examines the number of days between structural moments such as cycle tops, cycle bottoms, and halvings. By comparing these intervals, we can understand rhythm and consistency. This helps determine whether the current cycle top may have already formed in early October. Cycle Top to Cycle Bottom The period from cycle top to cycle bottom represents the bear phase after a market peak. In the previous two cycles, this phase lasted about 365 days each. This pattern suggests that the market typically needs a year to recover. After that, a new accumulation phase usually begins. If the pattern holds, it provides a fairly predictable window for correction. It marks the transition from euphoria to rebuilding. Cycle Bottom to Cycle Top The phase from cycle bottom to cycle top defines the bull run itself. In the last two cycles, this period lasted 1,065 and 1,066 days. That is just under three years. During this time, Bitcoin rose from deep accumulation to a new all-time high. Based on current data, 1,065 days points to early October. In that month, a new ATH was reached. This makes the current phase consistent with past cycles. It supports the idea that the top may already be in. Cycle Top to Cycle Top The full duration from peak to peak measured 1,461 and 1,431 days in previous cycles. This shows a clear recurring rhythm. The market moves in fairly consistent four-year patterns. Comparing this with the current cycle shows a slight extension. If the peak occurred in early October, this cycle is longer than the last. That may suggest a more mature market. Growth is slower but structurally stronger. Halving to Cycle Top The time between a halving and the next cycle top is key. Halvings affect both supply and market sentiment. In past cycles, this interval was 518 and 548 days. We are now exactly at day 548 since the last halving. This aligns perfectly with historical timing. It supports the idea that the top was reached in early October. The moment fits the halving-to-top rhythm observed in earlier cycles. Conclusion Based on this timing analysis, it is very likely that the cycle top formed in early October. The bottom-to-top duration of 1,065 days and the halving-to-top of 548 days confirm this. Both match previous patterns. The current cycle is slightly longer than earlier ones, suggesting a slower rhythm. If Bitcoin sets a new ATH later, it would mark an extended cycle. Timing alone does not guarantee future price direction. Macro factors, policy shifts, and liquidity events can all change the rhythm. Use timing cycles as context, not as prediction. Combine them with price structure and on-chain signals. Maintain active risk management, since longer cycles often bring higher volatility and larger deviations from historical averages.
INDEX:BTCUSD
by Youriverse
37
$BTC Daily chart $130K! or $115k DUMPBTC/USDT – Bearish Harmonic Formation | Key Levels & Scenarios Technical Overview: Price is currently forming a bearish harmonic pattern, approaching a key decision zone. The next few daily candles will determine whether BTC continues its bullish trend or initiates a corrective phase. Key Zones Demand: 122.2K – 124.7K Supply: 105.1K – 108.9K Psychological Levels: 130K · 125K · 120K · 115K Golden Pocket: Around 115K (0.618–0.65 retracement) Fair Value Gaps (FVGs): 115K–118K 110K (secondary FVG) Swing Points: Previous Swing Low: 108K Previous Swing High: 126K High Volume Nodes: 118K and 115K Market Structure BTC is respecting a consistent bullish leg with limited pullbacks. Price recently swept the 125K psychological level, aligning with harmonic completion and demand resistance. Scenario Outlook 🔼 Bullish Continuation: A daily close above the 124.7K demand zone could invalidate the bearish harmonic and signal continuation toward 130K+ targets. 🔽 Bearish Reversal: A close below the previous day’s candle low may confirm the start of a bearish correction, targeting 118K → 115K, and potentially 110K. Bearish Confluences Bearish Harmonic Pattern completion near key resistance. Golden Pocket + FVG + Psychological + Volume confluence at 115K. Extended bullish leg with no significant retracement, followed by 125K liquidity sweep. LET me know your thoughts below!
Short
by King_BennyBag
42
Risk On/Off: How Global Correlations Tell You Money Flow🔵 Risk On / Risk Off: How Global Correlations Tell You Where Money Is Flowing Difficulty: 🐳🐳🐳🐋🐋 (Intermediate+) This article is for traders who want to understand how global capital flow affects market behavior — from equities and crypto to gold and bonds. Learning to read “Risk On” and “Risk Off” regimes helps you anticipate big shifts before they hit your chart. 🔵 INTRODUCTION Markets are not independent islands — they are connected by one universal force: liquidity flow . When investors feel confident, they move capital into riskier assets like stocks and crypto — this is called Risk On . When fear dominates, capital flows back into safety — bonds, gold, and the U.S. dollar — known as Risk Off . Recognizing this rotation allows traders to align their bias with the flow of global capital rather than fighting it. 🔵 WHAT IS “RISK ON” Risk On is a market environment where investors seek higher returns, volatility is subdued, and capital flows into assets with greater reward potential. Typical Risk-On behavior: S&P 500, Nasdaq, and other equities trend higher Bitcoin and crypto assets outperform traditional markets U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) weakens as money moves abroad Bond yields rise moderately as investors leave safe assets Gold often consolidates or declines In simple terms: Money chases opportunity. 🔵 WHAT IS “RISK OFF” Risk Off describes defensive conditions — fear rises, volatility expands, and liquidity seeks safety. Typical Risk-Off behavior: S&P 500 and risk assets decline Bitcoin and altcoins drop sharply DXY strengthens as investors move into USD Bond yields fall as money enters treasuries Gold rallies as a safe-haven hedge In simple terms: Money runs to safety. 🔵 HOW TO DETECT RISK SHIFTS Market regimes don’t flip instantly — they rotate through correlated behavior. To identify the shift between Risk On and Risk Off, monitor key macro instruments together: DXY (Dollar Index): Rising DXY = Risk Off sentiment, Falling DXY = Risk On. SPX / NASDAQ: Strong uptrends = Risk On, persistent weakness = Risk Off. BTC vs DXY: Inverse correlation; BTC strength with DXY weakness = liquidity expansion. Bond Yields (US10Y): Rising = optimism, Falling = risk aversion. VIX Index: Below 15 = complacent Risk On, Above 25 = fearful Risk Off. 🔵 THE GLOBAL LIQUIDITY CYCLE Liquidity always moves in phases — expansion, acceleration, contraction, and reset. Phase 1 – Liquidity Expansion: Central banks inject liquidity → Risk On begins. Phase 2 – Overextension: Assets rally strongly, leverage increases, volatility stays low. Phase 3 – Liquidity Contraction: Monetary tightening or policy shocks trigger Risk Off. Phase 4 – Repricing & Reset: Markets bottom as new liquidity returns. Understanding this rhythm helps traders avoid confusion when markets seem “irrational” — because they’re not, they’re simply rotating through the liquidity cycle. 🔵 USING RISK ON/OFF IN TRADING Even technical traders benefit from recognizing global risk regimes. By aligning with the dominant liquidity direction, setups gain higher probability. Crypto traders: Use SPX, DXY, and VIX correlations to confirm momentum. Stock traders: Track gold and yields to gauge investor confidence. Forex traders: Trade USD pairs according to global sentiment. Swing traders: Filter trade bias by checking the current global regime. Tip: When correlations align (e.g., DXY up, SPX down, BTC down), expect trend continuation. When they diverge, volatility or reversals are likely. 🔵 ADVANCED TOOLS TO WATCH Global Liquidity Index: Track combined balance sheets of the Fed, ECB, BOJ, and PBC. Stablecoin Supply (Crypto): Expanding supply = liquidity entering market. Yield Curve (10Y–2Y spread): Falling = caution, Rising = recovery. Funding Rates: Confirm risk sentiment via leverage buildup. 🔵 CONCLUSION All markets are connected through liquidity. Risk On and Risk Off regimes describe how that liquidity rotates between return and safety. By tracking global correlations — equities, bonds, gold, DXY, and crypto — traders gain a powerful macro filter to stay on the right side of momentum. Liquidity creates direction. Correlation confirms conviction. If you learn to read the global flow, your technical analysis will finally make sense in the bigger picture. Do you track global correlations in your analysis? What’s your favorite Risk-On or Risk-Off indicator?
Education
by BigBeluga
17
Overtrading: Understand Now to Avoid Mistakes!Hey everyone! 👋 I know that in the world of trading, it’s easy to let emotions take over, especially after a losing streak. Overtrading is one of those invisible enemies that you need to identify and avoid as soon as possible. 1 | What is Overtrading? 💡 Overtrading happens when you take too many trades, usually driven by emotions, especially when you feel the need to "recover" losses from a losing streak. At this point, your decisions are no longer based on technical analysis or your strategy; instead, they are impulsive reactions that lead you to take on more risk. 2 | Psychological and Financial Consequences 😞 Psychological: When overtrading, you start to feel stressed, exhausted, and lose mental clarity for decision-making. Feelings of disappointment creep in, and gradually, you lose confidence and patience, leaving space only for anxiety. Financial: Overtrading also quickly drains your account. Increased transaction fees, prolonged losses, and lack of discipline wear down your capital. Over time, you could lose trust in yourself and compromise your financial stability. 3 | How to Protect Yourself? 💪 To avoid overtrading, the key is having a strict trading plan. Limit the number of trades you take each day, set specific trading hours, and establish clear objectives. Learning patience is crucial — sometimes, the best move is not to trade at all! Remember: When you have a clear plan and stick to your discipline, you’ll be able to control your emotions and avoid impulsive decisions. Wishing you all successful and smart trading! 💥 If you found this article helpful, don’t forget to share it and leave your thoughts in the comments. Let’s keep learning and growing together every day! 🙌 Don’t let emotions control you. Let reason guide your trading!
OANDA:XAUUSDEducation
by Kiliann_Dang
US500 | H2 Double Top | GTradingMethodHello Traders, I hope you’ve all had a profitable week! 🧐 Market overview: The US500 has pushed into new highs since the FOMC and remains in an uptrend. However, price is advancing on weakening momentum — higher highs in price while RSI prints lower highs, a classic case of negative divergence. My system is flagging this as a potential double top setup on the 2H timeframe, but I am still waiting for confirmation before entering a short. Interestingly, while my system highlights bearish risk, there are also bullish signals worth noting: - Daily CMF money flow shows no negative divergence. - Daily MACD remains on a buy signal. - The recent rate cut adds further liquidity and stimulus to markets. 📊 My trade plan: Risk/Reward: 3.6 – 4.5 Entry: 6,655.6 – 6,661.8 Stop Loss: 6,674.8 – 6,678.6 Take Profit 1 (50%): 6,604 Take Profit 2 (50%): 6,563 The entry and stop ranges vary depending on where the setup confirms within the zone. Tip: Divergences often act as early warning signs of trend exhaustion, but they work best when combined with pattern confirmation (like a double top) rather than traded in isolation. 🙏 Thanks for checking out my post! Make sure to follow me to catch the next idea and keen to hear if you are trading the US500? :) Please note: This is not financial advice. This content is to track my trading journey and for educational purposes only.
PEPPERSTONE:US500Short
by GTradingMethod
6
DowJones | H4 Rising Wedge | GTradingMethodHello Traders, Yesterday I shared a short setup on the Dow Jones using the rising wedge pattern. I entered at 46,267 and exited with a small profit at 46,179. I exited because I did not like the reaction at that level and anticipating a better entry. Today, I’m looking to re-enter if price reaches 46,343, which could form a potential double top on the chart. 🧐 Market Overview: Rising wedges generally act as bearish reversal patterns, that said, the broader market remains bullish following the FOMC, so I’ll be risking less and proceeding with caution. However, the VIX has been sitting near multi-month lows, which often precedes sharp moves. If volatility picks up post-FOMC, rising wedge patterns could act as early warning signs of a pullback. So I am willing to risk a small amount and potentially be rewarded BIG! 📊 Trade Plan: Risk/Reward: 6.7 Entry: 46,343 Stop Loss: 46,539 Take Profit 1 (50%): 45,000 Take Profit 2 (50%): 45,000 Also, if this plays out, I expect NAS and S&P to fall too which will likely drag crypto with it. Thanks for checking out my post! I would love to hear if you have any rising wedge trading tips? And if you are trading the Dow Jones or S&P today? Please note: This is not financial advice. This content is to track my trading journey and for educational purposes only.
PEPPERSTONE:US30Short
by GTradingMethod
4
Exploring the Two Variations of the Rising Wedge PatternHello everyone! When I first started learning technical analysis, one of the patterns I found incredibly interesting and important was the Rising Wedge pattern. This pattern is formed when the price creates higher highs and higher lows, but the price range gradually narrows. However, there’s something that few people know – the Rising Wedge pattern can appear in two different forms, and each form has significant implications for predicting market trends. Form 1: Rising Wedge in an Uptrend (Reversal) The first and most common form of the Rising Wedge is when it appears in an uptrend. This pattern signals that the uptrend is losing momentum. When I identify this pattern, I know the market is weakening and is likely to reverse into a downtrend. Characteristics: The price creates higher highs and higher lows, but the range of price movement narrows, and trading volume typically decreases. Confirmation: A breakout below the support at the bottom of the Rising Wedge confirms a trend reversal. When this pattern forms, I prepare to enter a short trade when the price breaks the support at the bottom of the pattern. This is when the market could start to reverse and move downward. Form 2: Rising Wedge in a Downtrend (Continuation) The second form of the Rising Wedge appears in a downtrend. Although it may look similar to the first form, its purpose is different. This pattern does not signal a reversal, but instead indicates that the downtrend will continue after the price breaks below the bottom of the pattern. Characteristics: Similar to the pattern in the uptrend, the price also creates higher highs and higher lows, but the price narrowing occurs within a downtrend. Confirmation: Once the price breaks below the bottom of the pattern, it is expected to continue the strong downward movement. In this case, I do not rush to enter a buy trade because this pattern signals that the downtrend is still strong. After the price breaks below the bottom of the pattern, I will consider entering another short trade. In Summary The Rising Wedge pattern is an incredibly useful tool for technical analysis to identify changes in price trends. Whether in an uptrend or downtrend, this pattern can provide great trading opportunities if you know how to identify and act on it promptly. In an uptrend: The Rising Wedge signals weakness and a potential reversal. In a downtrend: The Rising Wedge signals the continuation of the downward trend. Understanding these two forms helps me make more accurate trading decisions and manage risk more effectively in any market condition.
OANDA:XAUUSDEducation
by Kenn_Nguyen
S&P500 | H2 Double Top | GTradingMethodHello Traders, Watching the S&P for a potential double top. It also aligns with the retest of the rising wedge, which is has already broken to the downside. This kind of confluence gives me extra excitement about a trade. What I still need to happen for me to open the trade: - H2 candle close in the entry range - H2 candle that closes in the range needs a certain closure rate - RSI needs to create another divergence - Volume needs to be lower on T2, although my system does give exceptions if there is a data release, in this case FOMC, so exception will likely apply. 📊 Trade Plan: Risk/reward = Between 3.3 and 4.3 Entry price = Between 6630 and 6639.9 Stop loss price = Between 6649.2 and 6656.8 Take profit level 1 (50%) = 6576 Take profit level 2 (50%) = 6553 I would ideally like my stop loss above the rising wedge, that way it needs to break through both barriers. Also, if this pattern plays out, I think it will drag the crypto market down with it... Unfortunately. 💡 GTradingMethod Tip: Always predefine your risk before entering a trade. This is a non negotiable to becoming a professional trader. 🙏 Thanks for checking out my post! Make sure to follow me for updates and let me know in the comments — do you see the wedge retest as bearish, or do you think the bulls have more room to run? 📌 Please note: This is not financial advice. This content is to track my trading journey and for educational purposes only. Peace G
OANDA:SPX500USDShort
by GTradingMethod
Gold | H4 Double Top | GTradingMethodHello Traders, Is Gold about to confirm a double top on the 4H chart? This pattern could mark the start of a short-term correction, but I’ll only take action if my trading system confirms all the right variables. Gold has rallied strongly, but momentum looks to be fading. A double top is forming, and with RSI divergence building, this setup has my attention. Some of the things my system would need to confirm are: - H4 candle to close in the entry range - That candle must close with a specific closure rate - RSI needs to create another divergence - Lower volume ideally, though this may be exempted due to upcoming data events 📊 Trade Plan: Risk/Reward: 4.4 Entry: 3 703.0 Stop Loss: 3 719.7 Take Profit 1 (50%): 3 640.4 Take Profit 2 (50%): 3 616.5 💡 GTradingMethod Tip: When trading double tops, I project the distance from the highest point to the neckline downward to identify profit targets. This keeps my trade plan systematic and objective. 🙏 Thanks for checking out my post! Follow me to catch the next update and share your thoughts — I’d love to hear how you’re viewing Gold right now. 📌 Please note: This is not financial advice. This content is to track my trading journey and for educational purposes only.
PEPPERSTONE:XAUUSDShort
by GTradingMethod
2
S&P500 | H1 Head and Shoulders | GTradingMethod👋 Hello again fellow Traders, I already have a short open from 6 633.7, but I’d love to see a Head & Shoulders pattern develop so I can scale into more shorts. So far, the build-up looks promising — volume has picked up significantly on this drop, which is a bearish signal. That said, I’m still waiting on confirmation before committing further. 📊 Trade Plan: Risk/Reward: 3.1 Entry: 6 614.3 Stop Loss: 6 625.4 Take Profit 1 (50%): 6 586.9 Take Profit 2 (50%): 6 570.2 🔎 What I Need to See First: A 30m candle to reach and close in range Lower volume on the candle that closes in range vs. the left shoulder More candles forming the right shoulder 💡 GTradingMethod Tip: Patience is key. The best trades usually come when all conditions align — not just some of them. 🙏 Thanks for checking out my post! Make sure to follow me for updates, and keen to hear what your prediction is. 📌 Please note: This is not financial advice. This content is to track my trading journey and for educational purposes only.
OANDA:SPX500USDShort
by GTradingMethod
4
Gold | 30min Double Top | GTradingMethodHello Traders, I’m watching a potential double top forming on the 3-minute timeframe. For me to confirm and take this setup, I’ll need additional signals to align before entering. ✅ Conditions before entry: A 30-minute candle must close within the range. That candle needs to close with a specific closure rate I require. RSI must print another divergence to confirm weakening momentum. 📊 Trade Plan: Risk/Reward: 3.0 Entry: 3,697.15 Stop Loss: 3,703.8 Take Profit 1 (50%): 3,681.2 Take Profit 2 (50%): 3,670.6 🙏 Thanks for checking out my post! Follow me for the next update. Keen to hear what your predictions on gold are and if you have any questions on how I trade double tops! 📌 Please note: This is not financial advice. This content is to track my trading journey and for educational purposes only.
PEPPERSTONE:XAUUSDShort
by GTradingMethod
5
BTC - Drawing your own Heatmaps and Understanding how BTC MovesAs of late I’ve been noticing more and more YouTube videos of analysts referencing coinglass heatmaps as a means of understanding where liquidity is. Coinglass - if you read the details and disclaimer - is a prediction based algorithm and is not true or accurate data. In fact, exchanges have no enforcement that encourages them to disclose data such as stop loss locations, leverage ratios, or liquidation zones. To draw your own liquidity heat map, I demonstrate here how you can do that. 1) Determine the candle sets that move straight up or down - without price reclaiming that area. 2) Draw a box extending out from that section. Respectively these will be buy orders or sell orders. 3) Unlike limit orders for buys and sells, stop losses are extremely important - as they are limit orders that don’t automatically fill if price is at a premium or discount. They only fill if price crosses the exact price, setting off the order. 4) Use your liquidation boxes to determine where these hidden limit orders are in the chart. As we see currently, there is a mass of leveraged sell limit orders (long stop losses) stacked with little to no gaps in between them. From here, we can understand how Bitcoin moves. 1) The majority of the market cap is leveraging liquidity. Liquidity used by traders leveraging their longs or shorts. 2) These orders leave above (or below) stop loss orders or liquidation prices, that act in the opposite way of traders direction. For example if a trader longs with $100 using 100x, he is leaving underneath his entry a sell order for the entire position size, or $10,000. 3) These stop loss orders trigger a natural chain reaction that fill, one into the next, causing the price to move fluidly as it triggers off the order block areas. Since Bitcoin has been moving steadily up, sideways, up, sideways - for such a long period, we can deduce that there is a massive chain reaction of sell orders which will allow the price to drop aggressively and fluidly, without any active sell orders being placed by traders. Traders looking at coinglass or other similar platforms, and stating there is a mass of short liquidity in the chart - are entirely wrong. Zooming out, we can see an overwhelming offset to the long positions left intact in the chart. The bottom of the price drop will be the end of these stop loss orders. From there, price will leave a quick and quickly start returning to the higher levels. Hope you found this helpful.
BITSTAMP:BTCUSDShort
by DickDandy